1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1957 Steyr 500 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 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Steyr 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Daihatsu Bee should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
Model | Bee | 500 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 493 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |