1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 24 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 505 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, 1979 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Bee | Taft |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 958 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |