1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Gemini (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Gemini should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Gemini 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 Gemini (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Gemini 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 Gemini | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1817 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2410 mm |
