1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 805 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 Peugeot 406 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Bee | 406 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1749 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |