2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 55 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (68 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 750 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Berlingo | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2000 mm |
