1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1970 Volvo 145 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 775 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, 1970 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | 145 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1778 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
