1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 40 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 306, 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | 306 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
