1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1974 Nissan Violet is newer by 22 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 425 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Bee | Violet |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1428 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |
