1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 56 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Bee | 408 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
