1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 35 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, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio, 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | Clio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
