2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 52 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1065 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Beijing | Daihatsu |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
