1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 60 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 1218 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chrysler |
| Model | Bee | 200 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2766 mm |
