1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 50 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Life weights approximately 275 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | Life |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 656 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |