1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 425 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, 1983 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Passat |
Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1295 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2560 mm |