1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 51 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1701 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
Model | Bee | Rodius |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2696 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3010 mm |