1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Mazda 121 is newer by 35 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, 1992 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121.
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, 1992 Mazda 121, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | 121 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
