1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 48 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Sharan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2850 mm |