1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 27 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 695 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | 131 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2443 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
