1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 55 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2010 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Vedette | Panda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
