1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 56 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1244 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Bee | S80 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2776 mm |
