1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 60 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1045 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2261 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2860 mm |