1990 Citroen XM vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 36 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 764 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, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | XM | Bee |
Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |