1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1963 Simca Ariane 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 584 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 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Bee | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
