1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 165 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, 1973 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 988 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
