1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Caterham C21 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Caterham C21 (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | C21 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2000 mm |
