1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1982 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 920 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3275 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
