1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 49 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1141 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Bee | Montego |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2967 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2900 mm |