1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1970 Isuzu Florian is newer by 14 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 475 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, 1970 Isuzu Florian (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Florian |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1582 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
