1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 56 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 765 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Bee | Civic |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
