1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 56 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Equator |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3954 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3560 mm |
