2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Vedette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |