2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1957 Simca Vedette
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 385 kg more than 1957 Simca 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1957 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
