1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1963 Seat 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Ford 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:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Vedette | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
