1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 45 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 305 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, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Fusca |
Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1583 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |