1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, 1981 Zastava 132 is newer by 25 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, 1981 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Zastava 132.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Vedette | 132 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
