1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 55 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1084 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 861 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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1395 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zenvo |
| Model | Bee | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 7000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3055 mm |
