1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 55 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 1077 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Eos |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2578 mm |
