1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 860 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Bee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
