2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 59 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C3, 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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
