1957 Simca Vedette vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,350 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Vedette weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Vedette | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
