1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 25 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 510 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, 1981 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Florian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | Florian |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1817 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
