1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Spider weights approximately 475 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Spider |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2350 mm |
