1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1593 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2710 mm |
