2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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 Fiat Ducato, 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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2700 mm |
