1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 52 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra, 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Vedette | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Vedette | Micra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |