1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Proton Arena
To start off, 2005 Proton Arena 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Arena (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Arena weights approximately 549 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 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Bee | Arena |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1468 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
