1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2000 Proton 400 is newer by 46 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton 400 weights approximately 454 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, 2000 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Bee | 400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
