1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 49 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 215 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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Bee | Smart |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 698 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2370 mm |
