1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 53 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 895 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 307 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1558 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |
