2001 Audi A2 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 45 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 380 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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A2 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
