1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 777 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Bora |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |