1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 22 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 600 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Taunus |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2294 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |