1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 54 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1220 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Bee | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2188 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |