1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Lada 112
To start off, 2000 Lada 112 is newer by 44 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, 2000 Lada 112 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada 112 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Lada 112.
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, 2000 Lada 112, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada 112. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2000 Lada 112 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Vedette | 112 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
