1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1968 Toyota Century 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 1285 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 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1968 Toyota Century | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | Century |
Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2981 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2870 mm |