1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 Holden Monaro is newer by 18 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 825 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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2832 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2830 mm |
