1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 318 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2007 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Vedette | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
