1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 525 kg more than 1951 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 1983 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Camira |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
