1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 675 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 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Bee | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |
