1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2000 Peugeot Partner is newer by 43 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, 2000 Peugeot Partner (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2000 Peugeot Partner, 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, 2000 Peugeot Partner (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2000 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | Partner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
