1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1685 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3703 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3340 mm |
