1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 48 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 564 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, 2000 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Acura |
| Model | Bee | EL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2619 mm |
