1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 15 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 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 528 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Capri |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2548 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
