1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 384 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 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | TVR |
| Model | Bee | Type S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2300 mm |
