1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1959 Abarth 850 is newer by 7 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 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 850 (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 850 weights approximately 55 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, 1959 Abarth 850 (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 850 | Bee |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |