1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 36 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra.
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, 1994 Opel Tigra, 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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Vedette | Tigra |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |