1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 320 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1608 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2290 mm |