1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 493 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |
