1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1972 Humber Sceptre is newer by 20 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 477 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, 1972 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Humber |
| Model | Bee | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1725 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
