1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 49 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 274 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, 2003 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | Life |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 656 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |