1984 Citroen LN vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 30 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen LN weights approximately 194 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, 1984 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LN | Bee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2000 mm |
