1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 295 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 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Bee |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2000 mm |
