1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 435 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 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zastava |
| Model | Bee | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1372 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
