1957 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Vitz |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |