2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1952 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 C3 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5660 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
