1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1955 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
