1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1964 Ford Zodiac is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 754 kg more than 1954 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2553 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2780 mm |
