1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
To start off, 1970 Saab Sonett III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett III, 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Vedette | Sonett III |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2160 mm |
