1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 430 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | Corona |
Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1490 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |