1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1966 Volvo 144 is newer by 12 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 774 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Bee | 144 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1986 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |