2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 988 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 225 kg more than 1956 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 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2000 mm |
