1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 830 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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 4000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |
