2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 51 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 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C1 weights approximately 285 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, 2007 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C1 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2000 mm |
