1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 55 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 630 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Polo |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |