1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1952 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 610 kg more than 1952 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2158 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
