1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1010 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 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
