1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 1976 Renault 20 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 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, 1976 Renault 20 (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1976 Renault 20 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Bee | 20 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1647 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |