1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1960 Riley 4 is newer by 8 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 625 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
Model | Bee | 4 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1489 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |