1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 200 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 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Bee | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 875 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
