1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 695 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | Civic |
Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |