1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1996 Ford Aerostar is newer by 42 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 999 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, 1996 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3030 mm |
