1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 54 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1201 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2983 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |
