1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 810 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 Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Golf |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1966 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |