1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 23 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 505 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Taft | Bee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
