1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1954 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 7206 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3110 mm |
