1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 53 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 595 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Bee | Sonata |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3342 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2730 mm |