1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 48 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 575 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Bee | Prizm |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1794 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2470 mm |