1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1956 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, 1975 Peugeot 104 (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 104 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 954 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2240 mm |
