1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 525 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, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Bee | 1301 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1290 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |