1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 55 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 430 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
