2005 Audi A3 vs. 1952 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1952 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, 2005 Audi A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1952 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
