1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift is newer by 52 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift 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, 2008 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Swift |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2390 mm |
