1998 Daihatsu Domino vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 46 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 845 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Domino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Domino should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Domino weights approximately 110 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, 1998 Daihatsu Domino (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Domino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Domino | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Domino | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
