1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 55 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 817 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4486 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |
