1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 26 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 2,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (68 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 815 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, 1982 Daihatsu Taft (165 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Taft |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2764 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
