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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) 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 (281 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). 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 | 2983 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |
