1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 39 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vedette | Colt |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |