1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Corolla |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |