1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 51 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 531 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Micra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1386 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2440 mm |
