1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2560 mm |
