1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 192 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
