1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 49 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 1235 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, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3497 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2760 mm |
