1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 781 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, 2010 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Bee | Forte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2649 mm |
