1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 47 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 445 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, 2002 Honda Z (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Bee | Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 656 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |
