1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1952 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1952 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 70 | Bee |
Year Released | 1951 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |