2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 45 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | YRV | Bee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2000 mm |
