1955 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 54 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 970 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Bee | Caliber |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1993 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2640 mm |