1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 37 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (150 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 886 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, 1991 Renault Espace (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2590 mm |
