1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 731 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2649 mm |
