1987 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 35 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 847 cc (3 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Cuore weights approximately 85 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, 1987 Daihatsu Cuore (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Cuore | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuore | Bee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2000 mm |
