1954 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 59 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 1534 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daihatsu Bee | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3078 mm |
