1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1974 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 937 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 3984 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2950 mm |