1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 115 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, 1988 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Alto |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2180 mm |
