1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 51 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 621 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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Ka |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
