1986 Citroen CX vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 905 kg more than 1952 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 CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2000 mm |
