1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 675 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, 2003 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Focus |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1387 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |