1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (88 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 835 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, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2210 mm |
