1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,713 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 330 kg more than 1955 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, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1713 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |