1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1962 Volvo 220 is newer by 5 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, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Vedette | 220 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
