1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 840 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4142 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
