1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Yaris |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |