2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
