1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
