1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 36 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 794 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3790 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2740 mm |
