1970 Audi Variant vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee

To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 555 kg more than 1952 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi Variant 1952 Daihatsu Bee
Make Audi Daihatsu
Model Variant Bee
Year Released 1970 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 356 cc
Horse Power 53 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 36 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 515 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1290 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2000 mm