1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1978 Volvo 265 is newer by 26 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 889 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, 1978 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | 265 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |
