1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 35 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 795 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bee | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3133 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
