1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1335 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Bee | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2696 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2830 mm |
