1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 48 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2334 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Bee | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4164 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3400 mm |
