1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1958 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A 40 (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 40 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1955 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, 1958 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 40 | Bee |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2000 mm |