1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 51 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Twingo (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Twingo weights approximately 405 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, 2006 Renault Twingo (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1149 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2350 mm |
