1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 28 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 400 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
