1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1961 Renault 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 585 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, 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, 1957 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | 4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
