2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 520 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 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sirion | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2000 mm |
