1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 18 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 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 454 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | Corona |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1705 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2740 mm |