2009 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 515 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1956 Daihatsu Bee | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A3 | Bee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
