1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 18 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 356 cc, 1952 Daihatsu Bee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda N III (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Honda N III.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | N III |
Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |