1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 774 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Jetta |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2651 mm |