1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1970 Morris Traveller is newer by 16 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Traveller weights approximately 339 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, 1970 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Bee | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
