1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1026 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 Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4009 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
