1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Spitfire (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 265 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 Triumph Spitfire (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Bee | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
