1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1961 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morgan 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morgan 4 weights approximately 165 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, 1961 Morgan 4 (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Bee | 4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 997 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |