1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1979 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 28 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 425 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, 1979 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Bee | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |
