1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 55 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 450 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Escape |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2488 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |