1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 36 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 351 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
