1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 59 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 625 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Panda |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1248 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2310 mm |
