1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 15 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 155 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, 1971 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2170 mm |
