1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 55 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 625 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, 2010 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Bee | Indica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
