1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
