1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 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 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 545 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 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Bee | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2292 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |