1988 Citroen BX vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 33 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 379 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
