1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 20 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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 9 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 1977 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1977 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Vedette | Centura |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
