1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 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 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 408 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 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Honda 145 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | 145 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1433 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2260 mm |