1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 24 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 654 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Capri |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
