1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 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 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 235 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 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1192 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
