1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 735 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Focus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
