1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hudson |
| Model | Bee | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3303 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
