1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 875 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, 2008 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Bee | A3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
