1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 27 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1145 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5766 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2910 mm |