1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 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 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 715 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, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2616 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2440 mm |
