1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 57 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 990 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bee | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2651 mm |
