1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 885 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 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | S40 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2434 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |
