1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 804 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 Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric 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 Cedric | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2393 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
