1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1951 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Polo |
Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1043 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |