1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 121 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Ford 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | 121 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
