1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 54 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 614 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, 2008 Ford Ikon (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2490 mm |
