1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 27 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), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 495 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Bee | Silvia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1770 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |