1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 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 1,962 cc, 1969 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 424 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, 1969 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2210 mm |
