1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 225 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Vedette | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
