1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 45 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 1008 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, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Espace |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
