1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 38 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, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Vedette | 100 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
