1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 595 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 Vauxhall Victor (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bee | Victor |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1759 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
