1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-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. Both 1954 Daihatsu Bee and 1973 Subaru R-2 are equipped with a 356 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru R-2 (27 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru R-2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 56 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Subaru R-2 (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru R-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 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
