1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 52 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 499 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
