1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 33 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 342 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
