2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 51 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 275 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 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
