1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 885 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 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | GTI |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2578 mm |