1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 57 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 514 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, 2011 Suzuki Splash (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Splash |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
