2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
Because 1950 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 1950 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Vedette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |