1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 34 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 650 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, 1986 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Plymouth |
| Model | Bee | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2213 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |
