1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 455 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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Bee | ForFour |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1332 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2510 mm |