1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Ford Puma
To start off, 2002 Ford Puma is newer by 47 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, 2002 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Ford Puma.
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, 2002 Ford Puma, 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, 2002 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2002 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Puma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
