1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1201 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, 1996 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Sharan |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2840 mm |