1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 53 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 268 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, 2009 Kia Cerato, 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Vedette | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
