1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 41 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, 1957 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Vedette | Laputa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |