1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Bee | Panda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2230 mm |
