1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 50 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1324 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2920 mm |
