2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 53 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 492 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
