1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 49 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, 2006 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Mini One.
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, 2006 Mini One, 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, 2006 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2006 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Vedette | One |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
