1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 37 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda NSX weights approximately 854 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Bee | NSX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2977 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2540 mm |
