1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 10 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 478 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Daihatsu Bee should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Daihatsu Bee weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Bee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
