1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1965 Vauxhall Velox 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 725 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 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
Model | Bee | Velox |
Year Released | 1952 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3299 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2740 mm |