1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 34 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1185 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Avanti | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avanti | Bee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2000 mm |
