1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 26 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 519 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1647 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2450 mm |
