1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 325 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, 2010 Kia Optima, 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, 2010 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette. 2010 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Vedette | Optima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
