1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 30 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 411 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Vedette | 990 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2050 mm |
