1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 211 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Bee |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2000 mm |
