1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 58 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), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 859 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2648 mm |
