1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 1188 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 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Megane |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2530 mm |
