2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
