1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 701 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, 2004 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Focus |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1798 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |