2001 Acura EL vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 47 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 664 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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | EL | Bee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
