1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Arena weights approximately 520 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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
| Model | Bee | Arena |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1467 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
