1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 460 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 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |
