1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 23 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 817 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, 1975 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 504 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1971 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2910 mm |
