1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 637 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 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Bee | Rio |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1493 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2420 mm |