1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1956 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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Bee | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1174 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2690 mm |
