1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1791 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 Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1798 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2720 mm |