1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 47 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 535 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Palio |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1497 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2430 mm |
