1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph TR6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 570 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 Triumph TR6 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Bee | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2240 mm |
