1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 345 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Vedette | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
