1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1957 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Vauxhall Victor (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 465 kg more than 1955 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, 1957 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Bee | Victor |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1506 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |