1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Swift (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 590 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 Suzuki Swift (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Swift |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2390 mm |
