1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1954 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1954 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Bee | 1400 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1395 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |