1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 385 kg more than 1951 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, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Bee | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1294 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
