1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 913 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Bee | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |
