1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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 Fiat Brava (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Brava | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
