1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 25 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 225 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 1983 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Ford | Bitter |
Model | Vedette | SC |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |