1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 1955 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 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 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morgan 4 (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan 4 weights approximately 135 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, 1955 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Bee | 4 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1172 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
