1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1975 Ford Cortina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 525 kg more than 1956 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, 1975 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Cortina |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2590 mm |