1951 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 61 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), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 1042 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Daihatsu Bee | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bee | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2852 mm |
