1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 51 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 647 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Polo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1596 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |