1991 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 36 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 1015 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 212 (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 212 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 212 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
