1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 9 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six weights approximately 282 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, 1963 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Reliant |
| Model | Bee | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2553 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2290 mm |
