1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 680 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Bora |
Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |