1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 625 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 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Bee | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |
