1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 414 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1428 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |
