1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 47 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 655 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
