1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1999 Kia Clarus is newer by 44 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 715 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, 1999 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Bee | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2670 mm |
