1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1979 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 25 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu Gemini weights approximately 479 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, 1979 Isuzu Gemini (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1817 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
