1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1995 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 37 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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Vedette | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
