1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 56 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 762 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 307 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2610 mm |
