1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 58 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 1083 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Bee | C30 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2520 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2650 mm |