1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 440 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 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 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 21 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | 21 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2550 mm |
