2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 47 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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 Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Kamal | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
