1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1964 Simca 1000 is newer by 12 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 844 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1000 weights approximately 235 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, 1964 Simca 1000 (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Bee | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 844 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2230 mm |
