1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 1064 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Bee | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1579 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2675 mm |
