1955 Simca Vedette vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Vedette | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Condor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
