1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 24 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 895 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 175 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, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Polo |
Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 895 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2340 mm |