1963 Austin Princess vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1963 Austin Princess is newer by 7 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1665 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Princess | Bee |
Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2000 mm |