1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 643 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Bee | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
