1980 Citroen CX vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 709 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
