1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 50 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 1,085 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 369 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, 2005 Hyundai Atos (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Atos |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1085 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |
