1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 58 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), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1228 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Bee | Sorento |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |