1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 47 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 658 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 294 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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Naked |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 658 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
