1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 6 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 605 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2000 mm |
