1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 629 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 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1328 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2260 mm |
