1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 474 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 Vauxhall Firenza (196 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bee | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2279 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 990 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 |
