1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 577 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Bee | Civic |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1590 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |
