1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 20 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 1,406 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 409 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1406 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
