1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 44 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 585 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Bee | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2570 mm |
