1956 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 52 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1626 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daihatsu Bee | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | Bee | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2901 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 3210 mm |
