1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 717 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 Focus (175 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Focus |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
