1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 423 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 Citroen Dyane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen Dyane (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Dyane should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 75 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Daihatsu Bee (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Daihatsu Bee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Dyane | Bee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
