2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 566 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2700 mm |
