1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Mazda B3000
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B3000 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000, 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, 1999 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1999 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
