1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 53 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1436 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Bee | Compass |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2640 mm |
