1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 374 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 Vauxhall Firenza (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bee | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1256 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
