1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 54 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), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 776 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Bee | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2550 mm |
