1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 54 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, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 160 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 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Vedette | Niva |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
