1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 46 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
