1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 41 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, 1999 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer.
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, 1999 Ford Tracer, 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, 1958 Ford Vedette (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1999 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
