1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 760 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |