1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1971 Innocenti J4 is newer by 19 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 365 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, 1971 Innocenti J4 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Bee | J4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
