1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 716 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 New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 New Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1894 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2520 mm |
