1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 985 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 Escape (265 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape 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 Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Escape |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
