1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 46 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 375 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bee | YRV |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2360 mm |
