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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 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 877 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). 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 | 1560 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
