1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1974 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 19 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 391 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, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
