1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 985 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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Touran |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2680 mm |