1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 16 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1375 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Bee | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 5209 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3110 mm |
