1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1965 Pontiac Catalina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1956 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | Bee | Catalina |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 6891 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3080 mm |