1984 Austin Ambassador vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 28 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 690 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Ambassador | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Ambassador | Bee |
Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 515 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 |