1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 42 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1200 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.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Vedette | Econoline |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3510 mm |