1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 59 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 555 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Polo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |
