1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 34 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 675 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Corsair |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2389 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2560 mm |