1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 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, 2011 Mini Cooper, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Vedette | Cooper |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2466 mm |