1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 760 kg more than 1955 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daihatsu Bee | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2130 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2830 mm |
