1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 48 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Vedette | KB |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3060 mm |
