1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 50 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1155 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |
