1976 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 560 kg more than 1951 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, 1976 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Delta | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Delta | Bee |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2000 mm |
