1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 43 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 610 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Bee | Megane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2590 mm |
