1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 32 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 394 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Escort |
Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1751 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |