1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 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 987 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 224 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | Charade |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
