1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Lada 1600
To start off, 1978 Lada 1600 is newer by 24 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 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 514 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, 1978 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Lada 1600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lada |
Model | Bee | 1600 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1568 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |