1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 777 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 39 kg more than 2002 Lotec C 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 868 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Vedette | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |