2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 57 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | MiTo | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |