1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 791 kg more than 1951 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, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Bee | Sonata |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |