1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 474 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Bee | 1500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1490 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 35 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2350 mm |