1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 50 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1359 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (208 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Bee | KB |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3060 mm |
