1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Celica |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |