1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Bee | Celica |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |