1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 46 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, 1958 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Vedette weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Hyundai Accent, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Vedette | Accent |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
