1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 42 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 385 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 106 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2390 mm |
