1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 35 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Drover weights approximately 395 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, 1987 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Drover |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1324 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
