2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 159 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
