1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 13 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 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 404 (73 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 550 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, 1965 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 404 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1618 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |
