1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 28 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 755 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1950 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2560 mm |
