1971 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 15 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 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 535 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, 1971 Audi 100 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2000 mm |
