1986 Citroen BX vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 32 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 474 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
