1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 55 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 708 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3010 mm |
