1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz 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. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Jazz |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 989 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |