1987 Citroen BX vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 35 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 415 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, 1987 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 515 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 |
