1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 48 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 760 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Bee | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
