1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 409 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
