1991 Audi S2 vs. 1955 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1955 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, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1955 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | S2 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2000 mm |
