1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1145 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
