1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 54 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 570 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Fox |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1422 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
