1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica 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 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Publica weights approximately 240 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 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Bee | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2270 mm |
