1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 45 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2003 Mazda Roadster 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. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Vedette | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
