1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Escape |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2486 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
