1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 51 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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette.
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, 1958 Ford Vedette (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Vedette | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1870 mm |