1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 45 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 565 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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Escort |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1391 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |