2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio II | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
