1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 963 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2198 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |