1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 56 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 741 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
