1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 37 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 590 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, 1992 Renault 19 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | 19 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |
