1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 40 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 974 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rocky | Bee |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2000 mm |
