1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 54 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 335 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, 2009 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Bee | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1086 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2380 mm |
