1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1365 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 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2815 mm |
