1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2638 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2830 mm |
