1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 36 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | 5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |
