1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda 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 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 889 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 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
Model | Bee | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3250 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |