1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 726 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Bee | Insight |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1300 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2550 mm |