1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 844 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Bee | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2638 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2740 mm |
