1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 54 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Bee | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 999 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |