1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 31 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 665 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
