1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 51 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 910 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, 2003 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Megane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |
