1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 50 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. 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, 2004 Peugeot 607, 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2004 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | 607 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
