1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 49 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1350 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3704 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
