1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 17 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 225 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, 1969 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | Familia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2200 mm |
