1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 52 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 589 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1388 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2490 mm |