1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible (49 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible weights approximately 360 kg more than 1954 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, 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Wartburg |
| Model | Bee | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 900 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2460 mm |
