1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 770 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 Rondo (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo 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 Rondo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Bee | Rondo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2359 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |