1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 965 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Panda (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Panda weights approximately 246 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, 1984 Fiat Panda (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Panda |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 965 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2180 mm |
