1985 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1954 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, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | 100 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2000 mm |
