1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 43 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1094 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3789 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2950 mm |
