2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 55 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 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1, 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C1 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
