1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 42 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 19 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Today |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |