1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 801 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 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Bee | Spirit |
Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2213 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |