1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1975 Nissan Silvia is newer by 23 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 485 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2350 mm |
