1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 48 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 358 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
