1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 974 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2578 mm |
