1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Citroen Ami (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Ami should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Ami weights approximately 104 kg more than 1954 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, 1969 Citroen Ami (42 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 1969 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ami | Bee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
