1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 729 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Golf |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
