1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1959 Saab 95 is newer by 7 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 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Saab 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Saab 95 (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 395 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, 1959 Saab 95 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Bee | 95 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 841 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
