1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 52 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1325 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4604 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
