1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Proton 300
To start off, 1999 Proton 300 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton 300 weights approximately 520 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 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Bee | 300 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
