1986 Citroen Mehari vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1986 Citroen Mehari is newer by 31 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 40 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, 1986 Citroen Mehari (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Mehari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Mehari | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Mehari | Bee |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |