2004 Audi A3 vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 50 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 894 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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
