1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 46 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 896 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Contour |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2544 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6625 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |