1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
