1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 355 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Golf |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1593 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2480 mm |