1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 56 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 716 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Polo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1198 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
