1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 955 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
