1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1963 Holden EJ is newer by 12 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 619 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | EJ |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
