1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1992 Lotus Elan is newer by 36 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan.
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, 1992 Lotus Elan, 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, 1992 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Vedette | Elan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
