1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 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, 1966 Ford 12 M (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | 12 M |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1496 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |