1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 804 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 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Bee | L |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2196 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |
