1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1956 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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | 780 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2780 mm |
