1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 22 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1974 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 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Daihatsu Bee should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 49 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Daihatsu Bee (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Bee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2000 mm |
