1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 40 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 929 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
Model | Bee | 9000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2962 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |