1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1973 Seat 1430 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Seat 1430 (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Seat 1430 weights approximately 460 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 Seat 1430 (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Bee | 1430 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1489 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |