1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 49 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 919 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1982 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |