1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1988 Subaru Justy is newer by 37 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Justy (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Justy weights approximately 215 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, 1988 Subaru Justy (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | Justy |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2290 mm |
