1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 1978 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Morgan 4 weights approximately 145 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, 1978 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Bee | 4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1597 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |