1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1954 Daihatsu Bee
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daihatsu Bee would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 876 kg more than 1954 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daihatsu Bee. (35 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1954 Daihatsu Bee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Nova | Bee |
Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |