1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1555 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Ram |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3905 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2790 mm |
