1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 818 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 485 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 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | 818 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2320 mm |
