1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 56 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 809 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Jetta |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |