1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1953 MG YB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 545 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, 1953 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Bee | YB |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1250 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
