1998 Audi A4 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 44 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 669 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, 1998 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Bee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
