1999 Ford Contour vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 49 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, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 117 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, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Vedette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |