1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 446 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 Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka 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 Ka | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Ka |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |