1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 969 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |