1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 959 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Bee | 406 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2660 mm |