1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 335 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, 1986 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Escort |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1392 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
