1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1952 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bee | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2738 mm |
