1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 54 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 614 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, 2008 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Versa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
