1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 30 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 615 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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1952 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2480 mm |
