2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 Ford Vedette

To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto 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 Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.

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 Punto, 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 1950 Ford Vedette
Make Fiat Ford
Model Punto Vedette
Year Released 2008 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2158 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2700 mm


 

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