1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 915 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Bee | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
