1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 60 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 390 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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Charade |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2500 mm |
