1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 44 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 589 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | 323 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1839 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |