1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 19 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 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 444 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, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2292 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2480 mm |
