1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 51 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, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 663 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, 2007 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Vedette | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
