2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1082 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 C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
