1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 54 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1810 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3510 mm |
