1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Ford Orion
To start off, 1983 Ford Orion is newer by 28 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Orion (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Orion weights approximately 361 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, 1983 Ford Orion (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Ford Orion | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Orion |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1297 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |