1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1974 Morris Traveller 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris Traveller weights approximately 343 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 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Bee | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
