1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1988 Proton Saloon is newer by 34 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Proton Saloon weights approximately 404 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, 1988 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Bee | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2390 mm |
