1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 739 kg more than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2930 mm |