1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 42 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 540 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | 323 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1324 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
