1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 59 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), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1023 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2604 mm |