1996 Acura Integra vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 46 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, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. 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, 1996 Acura Integra, 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Acura Integra | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Integra | Vedette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |