2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 48 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 417 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.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 166 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
