1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 504 (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 649 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, 1973 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Bee | 504 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2750 mm |