1979 Austin Marina vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 27 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 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Austin Marina (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Austin Marina should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 365 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, 1979 Austin Marina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Marina | Bee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
