1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 699 kg more than 1954 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Ambassador | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ambassador | Bee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2000 mm |
