1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 16 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 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 845 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3690 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2980 mm |
