1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 43 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2000 mm |
