1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 52 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 229 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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | 6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
