1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 19 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 534 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, 1973 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | K 70 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1605 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2700 mm |