1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1170 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 Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2620 mm |
