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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (103 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 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 804 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 (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 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 | 1948 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
