1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 409 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1293 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2440 mm |