1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 36 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 585 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Bee | Tracer |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1839 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |