2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 54 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma, 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Vedette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |