1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
