1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 27 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), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 759 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Granada |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2294 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2780 mm |