1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 465 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, 1976 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1593 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
