1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2004 Toyota Corolla 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. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1785 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 | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
