2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 53 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500.
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, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1955 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 500 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
