1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1982 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 31 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 335 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, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Bee | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1287 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
