1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 414 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 Hyundai Pony (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Pony |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1341 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
