1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 52 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 545 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1755 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2280 mm |
