1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 11 weights approximately 390 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 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | 11 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
