1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 53 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 1,221 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 665 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Bee | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1221 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
