1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 54 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 776 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
