1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Bel Air | Applause |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |