1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 58 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 524 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, 2012 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
Model | Bee | A1 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1390 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2469 mm |