1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1982 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1982 Lancia Trevi is newer by 24 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, 1982 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi, 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, 1982 Lancia Trevi (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 1982 Lancia Trevi | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Vedette | Trevi |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |