1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 58 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 724 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1800 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2601 mm |