2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1951 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 538 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1951 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
