1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 535 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 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Bee | Splash |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
