1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1095 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2880 mm |
