1991 Citroen AX vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen AX weights approximately 207 kg more than 1951 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, 1991 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Bee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2000 mm |
