1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 1475 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 Elantra (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 Elantra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Bee | Elantra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1991 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2630 mm |