1954 Allard K3 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1954 Allard K3 is newer by 2 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 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard K3 (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard K3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Allard K3 weights approximately 665 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, 1954 Allard K3 (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Allard K3 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Allard | Daihatsu |
| Model | K3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
