1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 795 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, 2005 Ford Focus (175 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Focus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2540 mm |
