1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1962 ZAZ Jalta 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 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 ZAZ Jalta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 ZAZ Jalta (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 ZAZ Jalta should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 ZAZ Jalta weights approximately 85 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 ZAZ Jalta (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 ZAZ Jalta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | ZAZ |
| Model | Bee | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 748 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
