1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 52 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 591 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Polo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1390 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2590 mm |