1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II 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 Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 153 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II.
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 Samara II, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Vedette | Samara II |
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 | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |