1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 57 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 990 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Bee | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2639 mm |
