1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 43 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 465 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Lupo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1781 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2330 mm |