1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 610 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 Mazda 3 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Bee | 3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |
