1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 43 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Dardo | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
