1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 54 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 591 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Bee | Rio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2499 mm |
