1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 58 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 451 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1388 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
