1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 52 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1225 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2389 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2960 mm |
