1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1087 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Bee | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2800 mm |
