1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1951 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hudson |
Model | Bee | Super Wasp |
Year Released | 1951 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 4293 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3030 mm |