1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 39 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 820 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 893 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, 1991 Rover 820 (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Bee | 820 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2780 mm |
