1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 45 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 750 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Bee | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
