1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 55 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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Vedette | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
