1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 51 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 1030 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Bee | Octavia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |