1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1976 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 25 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 410 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, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
