1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 38 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 540 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, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1989 Ford Laser | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Laser |
Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1840 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |