1957 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 55 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 360 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 2012 Toyota Prius V (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Vedette | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Prius V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
