1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 815 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 Volvo S40 (298 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | S40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1948 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
