1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1962 Volvo 220 is newer by 10 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 500 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, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | 220 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1778 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
