1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 821 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Golf |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1894 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |