1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (45 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan weights approximately 295 kg more than 1952 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, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Sedan |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1584 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |