1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 630 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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Bee | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1558 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2490 mm |