2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 294 kg more than 1954 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, 2001 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Bee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2000 mm |
