1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 45 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Bee | Vitara |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1590 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2490 mm |