1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 18 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1430 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bee | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5736 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3080 mm |