1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 935 kg more than 1956 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Studebaker |
| Model | Bee | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4735 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2980 mm |
