1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 30 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 335 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Bee |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
