1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 40 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 1272 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |
