1956 Ford Vedette vs. 1997 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 41 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus, 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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 1997 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
