1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1952 Daihatsu Bee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 810 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | 15 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2000 mm |
