1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 1083 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | Element |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2354 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2690 mm |