1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1971 Mazda 818 is newer by 16 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 818 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 818 weights approximately 295 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, 1971 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | 818 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2290 mm |