1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1980 Fiat 126 is newer by 28 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 126 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 126 (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 126 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 126 weights approximately 70 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, 1980 Fiat 126 (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 126 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | 126 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 652 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
