1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 367 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Consul |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1340 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
