1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 685 kg more than 1952 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 Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
