1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 1966 Fiat 850 is newer by 14 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 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 850 (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 850 weights approximately 211 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, 1966 Fiat 850 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | 850 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 843 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
