1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 57 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 601 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
