1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 47 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 555 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Vedette | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
