1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 650 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 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Megane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
