1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 57 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 770 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Bee | Sportage |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1974 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2640 mm |