1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 1069 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Escape |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2961 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 35 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |