1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Toyota Century 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 1284 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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Bee | Century |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3994 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |
