1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Suzuki Fronte 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. Both 1954 Daihatsu Bee and 1971 Suzuki Fronte are equipped with a 356 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 20 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 76 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Suzuki Fronte (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
