1981 Bitter SC vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 26 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 835 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Bitter | Daihatsu |
Model | SC | Bee |
Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |