1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 39 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 614 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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Quantum |
Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1982 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2560 mm |