1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 625 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 Peugeot 206 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 206 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1580 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
