1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 815 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 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Bee | 900 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
