1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 435 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 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | Leone |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1361 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
