1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 48 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 895 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |
