1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 59 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 342 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.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
