1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 14 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1954 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, 1978 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1978 Renault 14 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Bee | 14 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1218 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |