1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (211 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1280 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2983 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
