1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1965 Ford Corsair is newer by 13 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 1,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Corsair (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 480 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, 1965 Ford Corsair (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1663 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |
