1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini is newer by 5 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini weights approximately 145 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, 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Dauphine Gordini |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 844 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2270 mm |
