1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,802 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Bee | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1802 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
