1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 57 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 989 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bee | Eos |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1400 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2578 mm |