1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 26 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 844 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
Model | Pacer | Bee |
Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |