2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 487 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 YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | YRV | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2000 mm |
