1957 Simca Vedette vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 53 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 81 kg more than 1957 Simca Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vedette | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
