2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1955 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 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 515 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 |
