1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 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, 1980 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Bee | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1335 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2330 mm |
