1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 17 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 435 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, 1969 Isuzu Bellett (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
