1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Vedette | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |