1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 735 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 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Venturi |
| Model | Bee | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2975 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
