1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1996 Mazda Midge is newer by 42 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Midge (67 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Midge weights approximately 456 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, 1996 Mazda Midge (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | Midge |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1323 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
