1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1963 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 11 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 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 430 kg more than 1952 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, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1818 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
