1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 215 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
