1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 45 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 1237 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, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3165 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
