1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 51 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 850 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Jetta |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 165 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2690 mm |