1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 460 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2320 mm |
